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Imitation of a Roman Portrait of a Bearded Man

Unknown20th century

The J. Paul Getty Museum

The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, United States

Imitation portrait head of a bearded Roman man. He has curly hair that covers his ears and wears a wreath-like band that encircles his head. He has wide set eyes, large protruding lips, and a narrow face. The top of the head is roughly carved and the left nostril is missing.

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  • Title: Imitation of a Roman Portrait of a Bearded Man
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 20th century
  • Location Created: Turkey (?)
  • Physical Dimensions: 26.5 cm (10 7/16 in.)
  • Type: Male portrait
  • External Link: Find out more about this object on the Museum website.
  • Medium: Marble
  • Terms of Use: Open Content
  • Number: 75.AK.25
  • Culture: Modern
  • Credit Line: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Villa Collection, Malibu, California
  • Creator Display Name: Unknown
  • Classification: Sculpture (Visual Works)
The J. Paul Getty Museum

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